Overview
The PN7160A1HN/C100Y is a highly integrated Near Field Communication (NFC) controller produced by NXP USA Inc. This device is part of the PN7160 family and is designed to support various NFC applications with advanced features and low power consumption. It integrates a new generation RF contactless front-end, enabling high sensitivity and the capability to work in active load modulation communication, which supports small antenna form factors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VBAT (Battery Supply Voltage) | Card Emulation and Passive Target; VSS = 0 V | 2.5 | - | 5.5 | V |
| VBAT (Battery Supply Voltage) | Reader, Active Initiator and Active Target; VSS = 0 V | 2.8 | - | 5.5 | V |
| VDD(UP) (Input Supply Voltage) | All other cases except Hard Power Down state; VSS = 0 V | 2.5 | - | 5.8 | V |
| VDD(PAD) (Supply Voltage for Host Interface) | VSS = 0 V | 3.0 | 3.3 | 3.6 | V |
| Current Consumption in Standby State | VBAT = 3.6 V; T = 25 °C | - | - | 16 μA | μA |
| Current Consumption in Hard Power Down State | VBAT = 3.6 V; T = 25 °C | - | - | 10.5 μA | μA |
Key Features
- Highly Integrated RF Front-end: Supports various transmission modes according to NFCIP-1, NFCIP-2, ISO/IEC14443, ISO/IEC 15693, MIFARE, and FeliCa specifications.
- Low Power Consumption: Optimized architecture for low-power consumption in different modes (Standby, low-power polling loop).
- Integrated Power Management Unit: Allows direct supply from an extended battery supply range (2.8 V to 5.5 V) and supports external DC-to-DC converters.
- High Sensitivity and Small Antenna Support: Capable of working in active load modulation communication, enabling the use of small antenna form factors.
- Automatic Wake-up: Via RF field, internal timer, and host interfaces.
- Integrated Non-Volatile Memory: For storing data and executable code for customization.
- Standards Compliance: Compliant with NFC Forum Device Requirements and NCI 2.0.
Applications
- Mobile Devices: Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices.
- Portable Equipment: Personal digital assistants, notebooks, and wearable devices.
- Consumer Devices: Various consumer electronics requiring NFC functionality.
- Smart Home Gateways: Devices that manage and control smart home systems.
Q & A
- What is the PN7160A1HN/C100Y used for?
The PN7160A1HN/C100Y is used as a Near Field Communication (NFC) controller in various applications such as mobile devices, portable equipment, consumer devices, and smart home gateways.
- What are the key features of the PN7160A1HN/C100Y?
Key features include a highly integrated RF front-end, low power consumption, integrated power management unit, high sensitivity, and support for small antenna form factors.
- What is the voltage supply range for the PN7160A1HN/C100Y?
The device can operate with a battery supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V and an input supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 5.8 V.
- Is the PN7160A1HN/C100Y compliant with NFC standards?
Yes, it is compliant with NFC Forum Device Requirements and NCI 2.0.
- How does the PN7160A1HN/C100Y manage power consumption?
The device has an optimized architecture for low-power consumption in different modes, including Standby and low-power polling loop, and supports various low-power states.
- Can the PN7160A1HN/C100Y be used with external DC-to-DC converters?
Yes, it supports external DC-to-DC converters like NXP PCA941xA to provide more output power.
- What types of communication does the PN7160A1HN/C100Y support?
The device supports various transmission modes according to NFCIP-1, NFCIP-2, ISO/IEC14443, ISO/IEC 15693, MIFARE, and FeliCa specifications.
- Does the PN7160A1HN/C100Y have integrated non-volatile memory?
Yes, it has integrated non-volatile memory for storing data and executable code for customization.
- How does the PN7160A1HN/C100Y wake up from a low-power state?
The device can wake up automatically via RF field, internal timer, and host interfaces.
- What is the current consumption in Standby state for the PN7160A1HN/C100Y?
The current consumption in Standby state is up to 16 μA.
